5

4

3

2

1

Comprension

Usually understands general ideas when heard in simple, uncomplicated speech 

Sometimes understands general ideas when heard in simple, uncomplicated speech 

Comprehensible

Produces learned phrases, one or two word answers, simple questions which would be understood by someone used to dealing with second language learners

Produces learned phrases, one or two word answers, but has difficulty formu-lating questions. Not easily understood by someone used to dealing with second language learners

Función de

lengua

Responds to simple commands and questions about familiar topics, Can identify and describe with little detail familiar people, places, and  things.

Responds to some simple commands and questions about familiar topics, Can identify familiar people, places, and things but has difficulty describing them.

Vocabulario

Uses learned phrases appropriately, generally uses appropriate vocabulary but resorts to English occasionally

Uses learned phrases appropriately, sometimes  uses appropriate vocabulary but resorts to English frequently

Gramática

Errors usually do not interfere with communication when speaking with those accustomed to dealing with second language learners

Errors interfere with communication when speaking with those accustomed to dealing with second language learners